Z82.5
Billable

Family history of asthma and other chronic lower respiratory diseases

Billable / Specific Code

What is Family history of asthma and other chronic lower respiratory diseases?

ICD-10-CM Z82.5 is the diagnosis code for Family history of asthma and other chronic lower respiratory diseases. This code falls under the section "Persons with potential health hazards related to family and personal history and certain conditions influencing health status" within Chapter 21 — Factors influencing health status and contact with health services (Z00-Z99). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

💡 Inclusions
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for Z82.5

✅ This Code Includes

  • Conditions classifiable to J40-J47

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in Z82.5. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • family history of other diseases of the respiratory system (Z83.6)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where Z82.5 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Z82.5 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, Z82.5 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does Z82.5 mean?

Z82.5 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Family history of asthma and other chronic lower respiratory diseases". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of Z82.5?

The parent code of Z82.5 is Z82 ("Family history of certain disabilities and chronic diseases (leading to disablement)"). Z82.5 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is Z82.5 in?

Z82.5 is located in Section Z77-Z99 — "Persons with potential health hazards related to family and personal history and certain conditions influencing health status" within Chapter 21 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use Z82.5?

Use Z82.5 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Family history of asthma and other chronic lower respiratory diseases" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Family history of asthma and other chronic lower respiratory diseases?

The ICD-10-CM code for Family history of asthma and other chronic lower respiratory diseases is Z82.5.

Can Z82.5 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, Z82.5 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is Z82.5 in?

Z82.5 is in Chapter 21 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is Z82.5 valid for 2026?

Yes, Z82.5 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
Z82.5
Family history of asthma and other chronic lower respiratory diseases
Billable / Specific Code
21 — Factors influencing health status and contact with health services (Z00-Z99)
Z77-Z99 — Persons with potential health hazards related to family and personal history and certain conditions influencing health status
2026 ICD-10-CM